Daredevil Can't be the Only One

As a Christian and a science fiction connoisseur, I have often found myself disappointed by the portrayal of Christians in the genre. In many fiction books, movies, and TV shows, Christians are entirely absent or revealed as the villain.

For example, the priests in the German Netflix series Dark and the one in Midnight Madness appear as serial killers. The priest in the popular Walking Dead series, portrayed by Seth Gilliam is at first seen as a coward who sacrifices his own flock to save his own hide. The show Manifest, while it is Sci-Fi, appears watered down and inauthentic and chops up scripture like a Friday night sous chef.

One reason for this may be the perception that science and religion are incompatible. Many science fiction works explore the concept of technological advancement and its impact on society, often suggesting a worldview that prioritizes science and reason over faith and spirituality. As a result, we often deem Christians and their beliefs irrelevant, or even dangerous.

No. Sci-fi has not represented Christians and Christian stories well, but it doesn't have to stay that way. By exploring authentic storytelling and incorporating Christian perspectives into Sci-Fi, we can help to create a more diverse and inclusive landscape for science fiction fans of all backgrounds. As Christians, we have a unique perspective to offer, and by sharing our stories, we can help shape the future of science fiction for generations to come and, more importantly, help fulfill The Great Commission.

It's time for new characters and stories that reflect the world and people we live with including Christians. We need to build stores around their faith and not pigeonhole them because of it. Daredevil just can't be the only one.